Good morning, Glendale.

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Active digital and print subscribers are automatically eligible, while non-subscribers can enter online for a chance to win local experiences.

Ironwood High students Abigail Herrera, Fatima Ijaz and Haylee Braha won first place in the DECA national Adobe Food Truck Challenge and received $6,000.

They will be honored at the DECA International Career Development Conference in Atlanta from April 25-28 as they continue paving their educational and career paths.

Sunrise Mountain Library is hosting March Reading Madness through March with a reading bracket challenge and family events, starting with youth Princess Storytime (with a surprise princess guest) on Saturday, March 14 at 11:15 a.m. and events until March 28.

Three Glendale elementary students advanced to the statewide spelling bee later this month; one, Jalen Carter from Desert Mirage Elementary School (Pendergast School District, Maricopa Region 5), will compete with peers from across the state.

Cactus High School’s robotics team dominated the Pikes Peak Regional in Colorado Springs from March 5-8 and qualified for the world championship in Texas.

The 24-student team earned an 11-1 record with support from teachers and industry mentors (Peoria Unified).

Quilt Arizona! 2026

8 AM – 5 PM — Martin Auto Museum and Event Center — Check website for costs — Experience the artistry and community of quilting at this annual showcase.

Mecum Auto Auction

8 a.m. — State Farm Stadium — Tickets starting at $62 — Experience an unforgettable auto auction event featuring unique and classic cars.

Comedy Hypnosis Show with Johnathan Smith

7-9 p.m. — Stir Crazy Comedy Club — Tickets required — Experience a night of laughter and mind-bending entertainment with audience participation and hypnotic feats.

Putt for a Cause: 20 Year Anniversary Fundraiser

9 a.m. – 11 p.m. — PopStroke — Mini golf games support foster youth — Celebrate 20 years of uplifting foster youth with every putt.

McDonald's All American Games

4-5 p.m. — Desert Diamond Arena — Ticketed event — Witness the nation's top high school basketball players showcase their talents in a legacy event.

Easter Brunch Cruise at Lake Pleasant

90-Minute morning cruise — Lake Pleasant Cruises — Pricing details not specified — Delight in a buffet-style brunch with live music and wildlife viewing.

Tacos and Low Lows Music Festival

2 PM - 10 PM — West Valley Events Complex — Free entry — Feast on delicious tacos while grooving to the hottest low rider music.